1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 866 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | Vito |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |